Regulatory agencies play a critical role in maintaining public safety while ensuring lawful firearm ownership. Whether a state enforces strict permitting laws or allows adults to carry concealed weapons without obtaining a
federal firearm license, one thing remains constant: fast, accurate and comprehensive background checks. However, outdated or inefficient systems introduce delays, create backlogs and fail to provide a complete picture of an individual's eligibility to own or purchase a firearm. Learn how investing in the right tools strengthens oversight, reduces risks and enhances the safety of communities across the country. READ MORE
Regulatory News Roundup The latest news about regulatory agencies around the country
State CIOs Testify Before Congress on Cybersecurity Grant Program Alan Fuller (Utah CIO) and Mark Raymond (Connecticut CIO) testified before the U.S. House on the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant
Program on April 1. They shared the programs’ role in addressing critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities. In a March 31 press release, the National Association of State Chief Information Officers stated that: “NASCIO supports reauthorization of this important grant program and looks forward to working with Congress to assist states in protecting critical technology infrastructure.” READ MORE
J.R. Sloan Sees “Tight Relationship” for GovRAMP and FedRAMP J.R. Sloan, Arizona’s State Chief Information Officer and GovRAMP Board President, called the forecast for GovRAMP’s future with FedRAMP a “tight relationship.” He shared that view on March 27 during GovRAMP’s webinar—A Discussion on FedRAMP Changes: What It Means for You. In the webinar, StateRAMP (dba GovRAMP)
leadership discussed the latest FedRAMP 2025 updates and what they mean for cloud service providers, 3PAOs, and federal government agencies. READ MORE
Virginia Ranks 23rd in State Occupational Licensing Index Virginia ranks number 23 overall for all states and Puerto Rico in the 2024 State Occupational Licensing Index from the Archbridge Institute and the Knee Regulatory Research Center; the score places the state 23rd among states for the highest occupational licensing burden. The licensing index, released in August, contains information on 284 occupations. See a listing of all state rankings in the latest edition of the State Occupational Licensing Index. READ MORE
NASCIO's Alex Whitaker on the Biggest Issue Facing State Government GL Solutions interviews Alex Whitaker, Director of Government Affairs for the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO), about NASCIO’s 2025 Federal Advocacy Priorities. Whitaker unpacks all five priorities and shares what he calls the biggest issue facing state and local governments. READ MORE
Risks of Using Outdated Software at your Regulatory Agency Using outdated software at your regulatory agency leaves you vulnerable to costly system failures, along with data breaches. Understand the risks associated with outdated software and discover the essential features of effective, modern software. READ MORE
Tips for Regulatory Agencies to Manage Public Complaints Effective public complaint management serves as the backbone of trust between your regulatory agency and the communities you serve. When handled efficiently, complaints transform into valuable opportunities to improve operations and demonstrate accountability. We explore 11 ways to elevate your agency's complaint management framework. READ MORE
How Does Your State Rank?
How does your state rank in the latest edition of the State Occupational Licensing Index? We interview Edward Timmons, co-author of the index. He explains how to use the information at your regulatory agency. FIND OUT
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